Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 16-week first quarter ended April 25, 2026. First Quarter Summary:Compared to the prior year first quarter where applicable Quarterly Cash Dividend DeclaredThe company today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.1250 per share, representing the 95th consecutive…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., May 4, 2026 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is continuing to innovate its breakfast and snacking selection with new offerings from its Canyon Bakehouse®, Dave’s Killer Bread®, Simple Mills®, Tastykake®, and Wonder® brands. The company’s newest breakfast offerings span bagels, breakfast bars, English muffins, donuts, Danishes, and pancake and waffle mixes. New…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., April 8, 2026 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that effective April 17, Tom Winters, chief supply chain officer, will retire from the company. Winters has been a valued member of the Flowers leadership team since 2022. A search for his successor is underway. “The exceptional leadership and expertise Tom has…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Mar. 30, 2026 – Flowers Foods (NYSE: FLO) today announced that Terry Thomas, chief growth officer, and the company have agreed that he will step down and his role will be dissolved. The chief growth officer position was created in 2023 to accelerate growth capabilities and build new competencies. With those capabilities now…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Mar. 2, 2026 — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that Michelle Lorge has been appointed president of Simple Mills. Lorge will report directly to Ryals McMullian, chairman and CEO of Flowers Foods. She succeeds Katlin Smith, founder and CEO of Simple Mills, who has made a personal decision to step down…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., February 20, 2026 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2475 per share, an increase of 3.1% over the same quarter last year. This is the 94th consecutive quarterly dividend paid by the company and is payable on March 20, 2026,…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., February 12, 2026 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 13-week fourth quarter and 53-week fiscal year ended January 3, 2026. Fourth Quarter Summary:Compared to the prior year fourth quarter where applicable Fiscal 2025 Summary:Compared to the prior year where applicable Chairman and CEO Remarks: “Flowers concluded…
New leadership structure also includes consolidated cake division led by Dan Scott THOMASVILLE, Ga., Feb. 9, 2026 — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) has named David Roach chief DSD operations officer, a newly created role designed to strengthen execution and increase accountability across the company’s direct‑store‑delivery (DSD) operations. Roach has full profit-and-loss responsibility for Flowers’…
Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2475 per share, an increase of 3.1% over the same quarter last year. This is the 93rd consecutive quarterly dividend paid by the company and is payable on December 12, 2025, to shareholders of record on November…
Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 12-week third quarter ended October 4, 2025. Third Quarter Summary:Compared to the prior year third quarter where applicable Chairman and CEO Remarks:“Flowers’ leading brands continue to demonstrate strong relative performance amid ongoing challenges in the bread category,” said Ryals McMullian, chairman and CEO…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., October 27, 2025 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) has added a new higher-protein loaf to its Nature’s Own Life® lineup and expanded its Dave’s Killer Bread® portfolio to include Supreme Sourdough™. The portfolio additions meet growing consumer interest in higher-protein foods and better-for-you sourdough loaves. The new products are part of a…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., October 21, 2025 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced D. Anthony Scaglione has been named chief financial officer (CFO), effective Jan. 1, 2026. In this role, Scaglione will guide the company’s financial strategy and oversee its treasury, investor relations, accounting, tax, internal audit, risk, procurement, and information security functions, reporting to…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., September 29, 2025 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has elected a new board member. Sterling A. Spainhour, executive vice president and chief legal officer of Southern Company will join Flowers Foods’ board of directors effective Oct. 1, 2025. He will serve on the audit committee…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., September 24, 2025 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) (“the Company”) today announced that after 36 years of service, including the last 18 as chief financial officer, Steve Kinsey plans to retire at the end of 2025. The Company has initiated a search for Mr. Kinsey’s successor with a leading executive search firm….
Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2475 per share, an increase of 3.1% over the same quarter last year. This is the 92nd consecutive quarterly dividend paid by the company and is payable on September 19, 2025, to shareholders of record on September…
Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 12-week second quarter ended July 12, 2025. Second Quarter Summary:Compared to the prior year second quarter where applicable Chairman and CEO Remarks: “Macroeconomic uncertainty and shifting consumer demand have continued to pressure the bread category, but our portfolio strategy has shown promise in…
Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2475 per share, an increase of 3.1% over the same quarter last year. This is the 91st consecutive quarterly dividend paid by the company and is payable on June 19, 2025, to shareholders of record on June 5, 2025….
Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 16-week first quarter ended April 19, 2025. First Quarter Summary:Compared to the prior year first quarter where applicable Chairman and CEO Remarks:“Despite economic uncertainty and greater than expected category declines in the first quarter, Flowers’ performance underscores the importance of our leading brands, each…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., April 16, 2025 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) has announced its innovation lineup for 2025, which includes multiple new products as well as flavor expansions on existing lines. Designed to meet the varying wants and needs of today’s consumers, the company’s newest products strengthen its better-for-you bread, buns, rolls, and snacking portfolio…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Feb. 21, 2025 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Simple Mills, a market-leading natural brand offering premium better-for-you crackers, cookies, snack bars, and baking mixes. “The addition of Simple Mills to our brand portfolio increases our presence in better-for-you and attractive snacking segments, diversifies…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Feb. 14, 2025 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.24 per share, an increase of 4.3% over the same quarter last year. This is the 90th consecutive quarterly dividend paid by the company and is payable on March 14, 2025,…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Feb. 7, 2025 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 12-week fourth quarter and 52-week fiscal year ended December 28, 2024. Fourth Quarter Summary:Compared to the prior year fourth quarter where applicable Fiscal 2024 Summary:Compared to the prior year where applicable Chairman and CEO Remarks: “Flowers’ strong…
Premium brand of better-for-you crackers, cookies, snack bars, and baking mixes expected to spur growth and diversify revenue base THOMASVILLE, Ga. and CHICAGO, Ill. – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Simple Mills for $795 million in cash. The addition of Simple Mills expands…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.24 per share, an increase of 4.3% over the same quarter last year. This is the 89th consecutive quarterly dividend paid by the company and is payable on December 13, 2024, to shareholders of…
Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 12-week third quarter ended October 5, 2024. Third Quarter Summary: Compared to the prior year third quarter where applicable Chairman and CEO Remarks: “Strong performance by our leading brands and successful execution of our cost initiatives and portfolio strategy drove better-than-expected earnings in…
THOMASVILLE, Ga. – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.24 per share, an increase of 4.3% over the same quarter last year. This is the 88th consecutive quarterly dividend paid by the company and is payable on September 20, 2024, to shareholders of…
Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 12-week second quarter ended July 13, 2024. Second Quarter Summary: Compared to the prior year second quarter where applicable Chairman and CEO Remarks: “We continued to execute well in the second quarter with a solid top- and bottom-line performance,” said Ryals McMullian, chairman…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., July 15, 2024 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) has named Meredith Wiktorowski senior vice president and chief customer officer. Reporting to Terry Thomas, chief growth officer, Wiktorowski is responsible for sales strategy and growing the company’s revenue, market share, profitability, and reputation with retail customers nationwide. “Meredith brings extensive experience catering to…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., May 23, 2024 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.24 per share, an increase of 4.3% over the same quarter last year. This is the 87th consecutive quarterly dividend paid by the company and is payable on June 20, 2024,…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., May 16, 2024 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 16-week first quarter ended April 20, 2024. First Quarter Summary:Compared to the prior year first quarter where applicable Chairman and CEO Remarks:“Our solid first quarter results highlight the increasing effectiveness of our portfolio strategy and investments in…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., April 22, 2024 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) has announced 11 new bread and snacking products from its Nature’s Own®, Dave’s Killer Bread®, Wonder®, Canyon Bakehouse®, Tastykake®, and Mrs. Freshley’s® brands. The varied innovations include protein bars, smaller-sized loaves, breakfast items, flatbreads, and a new keto bun, among others, reflecting the company’s ongoing commitment…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., March 14, 2024 – Fourteen Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) bakeries earned ENERGY STAR certification in 2023, placing them in the top 25 percent of all U.S. commercial bread and roll bakeries for energy efficiency. To qualify, the bakeries must meet strict energy efficiency performance levels set by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)….
THOMASVILLE, Ga., February 16, 2024 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $ 0.23 per share, an increase of 4.5% over the same quarter last year. This is the 86th consecutive quarterly dividend paid by the company and is payable on March 15,…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., February 8, 2024 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 52-week fiscal 2023 and 12-week fourth quarter ended December 30, 2023. Fiscal 2023 Summary:Compared to the prior year where applicable Fourth Quarter Summary:Compared to the prior year fourth quarter where applicable Chairman and CEO Remarks: “Flowers’ fourth…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., January 15, 2024 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) has named James Simms executive vice president of DSD (direct store distribution) sales operations. In this newly created role, Simms reports to Heeth Varnedoe, president and chief operating officer. “James brings extensive sales experience and insight into the ever-evolving CPG market to the Flowers…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., November 16, 2023 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $ 0.23 per share, an increase of 4.5% over the same quarter last year. This is the 85th consecutive quarterly dividend paid by the company and is payable on December 15,…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., November 9, 2023 – Flowers Foods, Inc. NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 12-week fiscal third quarter ended October 7, 2023. Third Quarter Summary:Compared to the prior year third quarter where applicable CEO’s Remarks: “We are pleased to have delivered another quarter with record sales, where we maintained unit share…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Aug. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced two transitions to the senior leadership of the company and the election of two new members to the board of directors. The following changes are effective September 1, 2023: “Congratulations to Heeth on his well-deserved promotion,” commented McMullian. “Over the last few years, Heeth…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Aug. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $ 0.23 per share, an increase of 4.5% over the same quarter last year. This is the 84th consecutive quarterly dividend paid by the company and is payable on September 15, 2023, to shareholders of…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that effective December 31, 2023, D. Keith Wheeler, chief sales officer, will retire from the company after 35 years of service. Wheeler will step down from his current role on August 31, 2023, and will serve until his retirement as a senior advisor to…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Aug. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 12-week fiscal second quarter ended July 15, 2023. Second Quarter Summary: Compared to the prior year second quarter where applicable CEO’s Remarks: “Flowers’ record second quarter sales were driven by the effectiveness of our portfolio strategy and strong…
THOMASVILLE, Ga. – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that effective July 14, 2023, Robert L. Benton, Jr., executive vice president of network optimization, will retire from the company after 43 years of service. “On behalf of the entire Flowers team, I wish to express my deep appreciation to Robert for his years of…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., May 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $ 0.23 per share, an increase of 4.5% over the same quarter last year. This is the 83rd consecutive quarterly dividend paid by the company and is payable on June 22, 2023, to shareholders…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., May 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is voluntarily recalling certain Tastykake® Chocolate Kandy Kakes due to undeclared peanuts. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to peanuts run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product. The product being recalled was distributed on May 11,…
THOMASVILLE, Ga. , May 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 16-week fiscal first quarter ended April 22, 2023. First Quarter Summary: Compared to the prior year first quarter where applicable CEO’s Remarks: “Our first quarter results reflect the competitive strength of our leading brands and their ability to…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., April 24, 2023 – Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) has announced four new bread and snacking products from its Nature’s Own®, Tastykake®, and Wonder® brands. In the bread aisle, the company has added two buns – one sweet and one savory – just in time for the summer grilling season, as well as its first keto…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The board of directors of Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that A. Ryals McMullian has been elected as the next chairman of the board, effective immediately following the 2023 annual meeting of shareholders. George E. Deese, current chairman of the board, will retire from the chairman role at…
March 01, 2023 THOMASVILLE, Ga., March 1, 2023 – Thirteen Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) bakeries earned ENERGY STAR certification in 2022; of those recognized, more than half have made the list at least six times. To receive ENERGY STAR certification, bakeries must score in the top 25 percent of all U.S. commercial bread and roll bakeries for energy efficiency…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Feb. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO), today announced it has completed the acquisition of Papa Pita Bakery, a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality bagels, tortillas, breads, buns, English muffins, and flat breads. Papa Pita Bakery will operate as an independent subsidiary of Flowers. “Papa Pita has been an important co-manufacturer of…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $ 0.22 per share, an increase of 4.8% over the same quarter last year. This is the 82nd consecutive quarterly dividend paid by the company and is payable on March 17, 2023, to shareholders…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) today reported financial results for the company’s 52-week fiscal 2022 and 12-week fourth quarter ended December 31, 2022. Fiscal 2022 Summary:Compared to the prior year where applicable Fourth Quarter Summary:Compared to the prior year fourth quarter where applicable CEO’s Remarks: “Our record fourth quarter and…
THOMASVILLE, Ga., Feb. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO), today announced Cindy Cox has been named chief human resources officer (CHRO), effective Feb. 6, 2023. In this role, Cox will lead the company’s human resources organization, reporting to president and CEO A. Ryals McMullian. “Cindy brings a distinguished track record of excellence in human…
November 10, 2022 THOMASVILLE, Ga., Nov. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO), producer of Nature’s Own, Dave’s Killer Bread, Wonder, Canyon Bakehouse, Tastykake, and other bakery foods, today reported financial results for the company’s 12-week third quarter ended October 8, 2022. Third Quarter Summary:Compared to the prior year third quarter where applicable CEO’s Remarks:“Flowers’ record results in…
August 11, 2022 THOMASVILLE, Ga., Aug. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO), producer of Nature’s Own, Dave’s Killer Bread, Wonder, Canyon Bakehouse, Tastykake, and other bakery foods, today reported financial results for the company’s 12-week second quarter ended July 16, 2022. Second Quarter Summary:Compared to the prior year second quarter where applicable CEO’s Remarks: “I am very…
May 19, 2022 THOMASVILLE, Ga., May 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO), producer of Nature’s Own, Dave’s Killer Bread, Wonder, Canyon Bakehouse, Tastykake, and other bakery foods, today reported financial results for the company’s 16-week first quarter ended April 23, 2022. First Quarter Summary: Compared to the prior year first quarter where applicable (1) Adjusted for items…
February 10, 2022 THOMASVILLE, Ga., Feb. 10, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO), producer of Nature’s Own, Dave’s Killer Bread, Wonder, Canyon Bakehouse, Tastykake, and other bakery foods, today reported financial results for the company’s 52-week fiscal 2021 and 12-week fourth quarter ended January 1, 2022. Reported results reflect a 13-week fourth quarter and 53-week year in…